Foursquare : Spiced Rum

Tasting notes and advice for Foursquare Spiced Rum

Tasting

Nose

The nose reveals notes of cinnamon, vanilla, clove, and ginger, complemented by aromas of candied orange, caramel, and nutmeg. More intensely spicy nuances emerge with red pepper, cumin, and praline, joined by herbaceous touches such as eucalyptus, pine, and a slight medicinal note. Tart red berries and the sweetness of acacia honey round out the aromatic profile.

Palate

The attack is very light and smooth, revealing a host of citrus notes with lovely freshness. Spices dominate the beginning of the palate before fading quickly. Notes of spice infusion and exotic wood bark come through, alongside the sweetness of cocoa and caramel, as well as a subtle hint of blond tobacco. The finish unfolds with orange, caramel, and toasted oak, with a long, full persistence.

Pairings and tasting occasions

To fully appreciate this rum, it should be sipped slowly at room temperature to perceive the subtle aromas of spices and mature rum. It can be enjoyed neat or over ice.

Mixology

In the United States, where it is very popular, this rum is traditionally enjoyed with cola or ginger ale. Its complexity makes it subtle enough to bring finesse to a cocktail while maintaining a distinctive aromatic expression.

Other characteristics

This spiced rum stands out for its complete absence of added sugar, unlike most of its counterparts, making it particularly dry. The rum won the gold medal at the Los Angeles Spirits Competition in 2014.

An unsweetened Barbadian spiced rum

Foursquare: the excellence of Barbadian rum

Founded in 1996 on the site of a former sugar refinery dating back to 1636, the Foursquare distillery embodies the excellence of Barbadian rum. Owned by Richard Seale, from a family of rum merchants for four generations, Foursquare stands out for its independence and integrity. The entire process—molasses distillation, aging, blending, and bottling—takes place on-site, with no added coloring or texturizing agents. This philosophy of transparency and authenticity has enabled the distillery to establish itself as an essential benchmark in the world of premium rum.

Foursquare Spiced Rum: an exceptional spiced rum

Foursquare Spiced Rum, recognized as the best spiced rum in the world, perfectly illustrates the distillery’s philosophy. Made from molasses distilled on-site, this Barbados rum is aged for a minimum of two years before being blended with older rum. It reveals notes of ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon, with no added cane sugar or vanilla prior to bottling. This purist approach, rare in the spiced rum category, allows the rum’s and spices’ natural aromas to express themselves fully. Distiller Richard Seale thus favors authenticity and quality over commercial convenience, offering a product that appeals both to traditional rum enthusiasts and to those seeking more complex aromatic profiles.